Francis J McGrath Elementary vs Thomas R Rodman
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Massachusetts, United States, 102 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Francis J McGrath Elementary
Worcester · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
200 students
Thomas R Rodman
New Bedford · Public elementary · Grades K–5
200 students
| Measure | Francis J McGrath Elementary Worcester, Massachusetts | Thomas R Rodman New Bedford, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 81 Top 10% |
| State rank | #855 of 1,009 | #182 of 1,009 |
| National rank | #34443 of 50,301 | #4335 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 200 | 200 |
| Enrollment | 200 | 200 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 11.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 72% |
| city | Worcester | New Bedford |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Thomas R Rodman scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.2 vs 36.3).
- •Thomas R Rodman does better on math proficiency (72% vs 27%).
- •Thomas R Rodman does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 42%).
- •Thomas R Rodman does better on students per teacher (11.1 vs 11.8).
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Francis J McGrath Elementary better than Thomas R Rodman?
On the Success Index (US), Thomas R Rodman ranks higher (81.2 vs 36.3 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Francis J McGrath Elementary and Thomas R Rodman?
About 102 km in a straight line, between Worcester and New Bedford in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Francis J McGrath Elementary: 200. Thomas R Rodman: 200. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Francis J McGrath Elementary and Thomas R Rodman rank in Massachusetts?
Francis J McGrath Elementary is 855th of 1,009 and Thomas R Rodman is 182nd of 1,009 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).